A rare melanistic king penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus), feeding its okum boy chick at Fortuna Bay, South Georgia Island, Polar Regions

aptenodytes patagonicus fortuna bay polar regions feeding wildlife penguin colony nature breeding animal behavior chick rearing marine life antarctic conservation rare species fauna offspring parental care soft feathers juvenile penguins ecosystem habitat coastal environment oceanic south georgia aquatic birds mating rituals penguin chick foraging natural habitat biodiversity low temperatures penguin nest ground level humidity summer breeding arctic environment frigid climate animal interactions nurturing behavior snowy habitat mother penguin father penguin wildlife enthusiasts marine conservation ecological balance birdwatching seabirds animal kingdom penguin species